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How can British Nationals on Amnesty in Thailand apply for a new visa without leaving the country?

British Embassy Amnesty Thai Visa Non-O Visa Retirement Visa Visa Application Process

Bim *******

asked Sep 1, 2020

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As confirmed last week on their Facebook page  the British Embassy are issuing letters to any British National on Amnesty who wishes to convert inside the country to a new visa whereby it's impossible to return to your country of residence. 

The letter will only be issued once and it's your responsibility to meet the requirements of the visa you wish to apply for.

My issue was I live in a Thailand but am unable to border bounce to apply for a Non O based on retirement at this time. 

I got my letter this morning and they took 3 days to reply and send it to me. The letter is valid until 26th September. I didn't supply any information for option 4 other than to state my intention was to apply for retirement status.

The procedure to do so is below.

Email

Bangkok.DocumentaryServices@fco.gov.uk

Please provide evidence of:

1. Copy of the biodata page of your passport

2. Entry stamp in to Thailand

3. Proof of residence in a third country e.g. visa (if applicable)

4. Supporting documents relating to your long-term visa application e.g. marriage certificate, employment contract.

Answer summary

The British Embassy is issuing letters to British nationals on Amnesty in Thailand, allowing them to convert to a new visa without leaving the country. The letter is valid until September 26, and applicants must meet specific visa requirements and provide necessary documentation, including passport data, entry stamp, proof of residence in a third country, and other supporting documents related to their visa application.

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Lauren **********

I have been unsure how to respond to question 3. Is proof of residence in a third country referring to residency in Thailand?

6 years ago

Graham *********

@Lauren *********

(if applicable)

6 years ago

Greg ********

They are issuing letter to anyone? Not just British nationals? Waste of taxpayers money lol 😉😄

6 years ago

Brian **********

@Greg *******

long live the queen and bring back the british empire if it gets everyone a letter lol

6 years ago

Bim *******

@Greg *******

British Nationals only. That's why we pay taxes.

6 years ago

Greg ********

@Bim ******

Reading the post it also says for others who cannot return home. Reads to me it is for anyone. No skin off my nose. Not paid UK taxes for over 20 years 😉😇 Had plenty of free nights and parties at a British Ambassadors Residence though. Queens Birthday always the best party

6 years ago

Bim *******

@Greg *******

some British Nationals live in other countries such as Malaysia and Singapore so will mainly apply to them in addition to those who currently reside on Thailand.

6 years ago

Graham *********

When are you going to try apply? And what kind of visa did you go into amnesty from? 👍🏻

6 years ago

Bim *******

@Graham ********

I am going tomorrow. My immigration office have known me a long time and stated if I get the letter they will grant me a 30 day extension and off the back of that allow me to apply for my Non O. My previous visa was a 5 year privilege entry visa.

6 years ago

Brian **********

@Bim ******

which office are you going to? Each office seems to have a different list or rules so we are all trying to figure out what each office requires.

Bim *******

will do tomorrow

Brian **********

ok please take a photo of everything. People would love to see the requirements list. Bkk and pattaya have been found and shared. Still collecting info on the other offices

6 years ago